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Coyotes attack horse in pen; 60 stitch gash near Port Ryerse


Photos and story By Heather Walters for The Port Dover Maple Leaf, May 28, 2012.


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Ayden Terrier holds her horse Scout. Scout was attacked Wednesday night by a pack of coyotes. 60 stitches were required to close the deep wounds in her neck. Scout is expected to make a full recovery. A pack of coyotes attacked and severe- ly injured a horse last Wednesday night on a farm just outside of Port Ryese.


The owner of the farm, Dane Cosley was awakened by his dogs at about 2:30 a.m. They were barking at some disturbance in the barn area and he could clearly hear the horses running and calling in panic. When he went out to investigate he caught sight of several coyotes. They fled as soon as he approached the pen.


down, it was discovered that one of them, Scout, a 4- year-old mare was bleeding and badly hurt. Edwards’ Veterinary in Tillsonburg responded to the emergency call. Scout was sedated and treated. The wounds to her neck required over 60 stitches to repair. The vet said that Scout was very fortunate as the wound was just a centimetre or so away from the jugular vein. Had the vein been severed, the horse would most likely


Once the panicked horses calmed have bled to death very quickly.


Ayden Terrier, co-owner of the farm, was astound- ed and dismayed at the boldness exhibited by the pack of coyotes and fear they will return.


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The vet attending the scene went on to explain that coyotes working in a group will typically bring down a large animal by first lunging and latching onto the vul- nerable area under the neck and holding on until the animal goes down.


Then the rest of the pack will attack and quick- ly finish the animal off. Had Dane not been there to intervene and scare the pack off, chances are Scout would not have survived the attack.


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The vet also commented that this year they have had numerous calls regarding injury or death to large livestock by coyote, something that has rarely been an issue before. Scout is expected to make a full recovery. Ayden and Dane would like to warn neighbours in the area to be vigilant with their small pets and animals after dark. “These coyotes just cost us almost $800” Dane commented, “but it could have been much worse. We could have been burying her.”


Ontario Pinto Is More Than Just A Flash Of Colour


One unique show series offers Ontario equestrians the venue to compete and earn points under four different associations, and in all breeds open classes. The associations involved in the series are OPtHA (Ontario Pinto Horse Association), PtHA (American Pinto Horse Asso- ciation), PtHA OCAP (Open Compe- tition Activity Program) and the APHA PAC program (American Paint Horse Association Alternative Competition Program). Combined shows are a fun addition to the schedules of many Ontario riders, whatever breed of horse they ride. On May 20th, the Ontario Pinto Horse Association and Ontario Paint Horse Club held their show at the new Ancaster Fairgrounds for the second year. The show was very suc- cessful with 65 horses attending.


NEW PINTO TYPE RECOGNIZED


Beginning in 2011 you can now register your Gypsy breed ‘Utility’


type pinto with the PtHA and become eligible for all the benefits of having a registered Pinto. Ontario Pinto Horse has added Utility classes to their 2012 show bill for these horses to compete.


Riders who are just beginning to show and those who would like to polish up their skills are welcome to participate. The shows are afford- able and appeal to a wide range of rider levels and disciplines. A fami- ly-oriented environment welcomes newcomers of all ages and provides opportunities to compete at every level in a supportive environment. The OPtHA provides pinto competition for Youth, Amateur and Open levels in English, Western Performance and Speed Event class- es. They provide all breed competi- tion for Lead Line, Beginner Divi- sion, Open classes.


Every show has a qualified judge for the multi discipline show bill. The Multi-judged shows allow points to be accumulated quicker


towards achievement awards with the American Pinto Horse Association. On July 15th show they will also be hosting a PtHA Jubilee show. This show offers the exhibitor a chance to earn 3 sets of points plus an average point from your 3 judges placing. OPtHA will be hosting their 3rd annual Pinto Fall Colours Trail Ride in September. You don’t have to have a pinto to participate but all rid- ers must have a 2012 OPtHA mem- bership. Check out our website for more details.


The year is capped off with a catered awards dinner with winners of numerous trophies, plaques and ribbons. A silent auction and raffle draws follow the annual general meeting held in November.


For further information, visit the OPtHA website at www.ontari- opinto.com or email ontariopinto@gmail.com. Don’t for- get to ask about the New Member Incentive – 1 free judge.


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